Technology Project Manager / Designer

Technology Project Manager / Designer

As a Technology Project Manager / Designer, you will make an impact by leading the design, delivery, and lifecycle management of clinical technologies that support critical study operations. You will be a valued member of the Clinical Technology & Operations team and collaborate with system owners, study teams, and vendor partners to ensure high-quality, scalable, and compliant technology solutions.

In this role, you will:

• Own, design, and implement clinical technologies while ensuring systems remain current and aligned with study requirements.
• Lead clinical study design and specification development across platforms such as EDC, eCOA, CDR, and IRT.
• Apply system design best practices to maintain high data integrity, reduce manual work, and minimize downstream changes.
• Manage technology deliverables including planning, timeline tracking, risk identification, and change control.
• Develop UAT test scripts, execute functional testing, and support system validation.
• Troubleshoot and triage technical issues, ensuring timely resolution and business continuity.
• Monitor technology performance to ensure optimal use, cost control, and effective user adoption.
• Identify and implement automation and process improvement opportunities.
• Document workflows, technical requirements, and change requests.
• Track risks, issues, and CAPA activities, escalating critical items as needed.
• Partner with vendors to ensure timelines and deliverables are met.
• Utilize technical skills (Python, SQL, Data Science) to support analytics and dashboard creation.
• Communicate project updates clearly and consistently to stakeholders.

Work model

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs.

Based on this role's business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days per week in a client or Cognizant office in: Chicago, IL, New Jersey, NJ, Irvine, CA.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the posting date and may change depending on business, project, or client needs. We will always be transparent about expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

· 5–8 years of experience managing clinical technology or technical project delivery.

· Strong understanding of clinical trial processes and systems (EDC, IRT, eCOA, CDR).

· Technical skills in Python, SQL, or Data Science; experience building dashboards.

· Experience with system design, requirements gathering, UAT, validation, and change control.

· Strong project and vendor management experience managing timelines, risks, and dependencies.

· Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.

These will help you stand out

· Experience supporting clinical study build or integrated data workflows.

· Familiarity with automation and process optimization in clinical operations.

· Experience working with global or matrixed teams.

Salary and Other Compensation

Applications will be accepted until March 11th, 2025.

· The annual base salary range for this position is $70,000 – $85,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

· This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of applicable plans.

Benefits

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to eligibility:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan with Contributions
• Long-Term / Short-Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

About us

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Other employment-related information

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.